# General Discussion **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=232 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 233 --- ## [91 Subaru Legacy starting problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/91-subaru-legacy-starting-problems/92725)
**Author:** [@Judex67](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Judex67)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [March 21, 2016, 9:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/91-subaru-legacy-starting-problems/92725 "2016-03-21T21:43:39Z")
160K miles. Sometimes starter doesn't seem to engage with the engine and the engine won't start unless i put it in neutral and floor the gas pedal. Then it shakes, rattles, sputters and smokes comes out but it starts lik… --- ## [Civic 2000 does not move after trans rebuild](https://community.cartalk.com/t/civic-2000-does-not-move-after-trans-rebuild/92379)
**Author:** [@shiguiy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/shiguiy)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [March 21, 2016, 7:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/civic-2000-does-not-move-after-trans-rebuild/92379 "2016-03-21T07:43:46Z")
hi there, Just rebuild my civic 2000 b4ra trans. after I install the trans back and the car does not move under all gears. the manual says the fluid should be 6.2 Qt for overhaul and I added an external filter and a… --- ## [$350 Cross country Jeep](https://community.cartalk.com/t/350-cross-country-jeep/92790)
**Author:** [@DIYdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DIYdriver)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [March 21, 2016, 4:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/350-cross-country-jeep/92790 "2016-03-21T04:58:37Z")
I am looking to move from Maryland to Colorado, and it is my goal to drive there. The ECU in my current car (Infiniti I30) is not working any more, and I have stumbled across a used 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee (4wd) for $3… --- ## [Considering buying a Mazda 3 with a "low battery"](https://community.cartalk.com/t/considering-buying-a-mazda-3-with-a-low-battery/92785)
**Author:** [@kelbee](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kelbee)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [March 20, 2016, 9:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/considering-buying-a-mazda-3-with-a-low-battery/92785 "2016-03-20T21:18:53Z")
I know nothing about cars but I was planning to purchase a certified pre-owned 2012 Mazda 3 (one owner, no apparent accidents) with about 45K miles on the car. We took it to an independent mechanic today and he said whil… --- ## [Need Help Identifying Car Parts Left At An Accident Scene](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-help-identifying-car-parts-left-at-an-accident-scene/92759)
**Author:** [@Bricklayer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bricklayer)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [March 20, 2016, 2:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-help-identifying-car-parts-left-at-an-accident-scene/92759 "2016-03-20T02:48:11Z")
Can anyone help in identifying Styrofoam bumper backing material left at the scene of a hit and run property damage accident? See attached photo: Upper left number (partial) is "747". Lower left lettering (partial) is… --- ## [What happens when you pull the electronic parking brake while driving?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-happens-when-you-pull-the-electronic-parking-brake-while-driving/92780)
**Author:** [@Dsyanick](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dsyanick)\ **Replies:** 52\ **Last updated:** [March 19, 2016, 4:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-happens-when-you-pull-the-electronic-parking-brake-while-driving/92780 "2016-03-19T16:41:16Z")
today, I pulled the electronic parking brake while i was driving. I just wanted to see what would happen. I thought nothing would happen because the car would know it was moving. It did seem like it tried to kick in, but… --- ## [How do I not overtighten or undertighten spark plugs for a 2002 Corolla?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-do-i-not-overtighten-or-undertighten-spark-plugs-for-a-2002-corolla/92763)
**Author:** [@Volunteer871](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Volunteer871)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2016, 7:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-do-i-not-overtighten-or-undertighten-spark-plugs-for-a-2002-corolla/92763 "2016-03-18T19:00:33Z")
I am changing my own spark plugs for the first time. I have a spark plug wrench, dielectric grease, anti-seize compound etc. I have a Haynes manual for my 2002 Toyota Corolla. The book was written before Irridium plu… --- ## [Question For Cwatkin Regarding 2015 Mirage - Edit, also my comparison Mirage vs. Fit](https://community.cartalk.com/t/question-for-cwatkin-regarding-2015-mirage-edit-also-my-comparison-mirage-vs-fit/92753)
**Author:** [@Ed\_Frugal](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ed_Frugal)\ **Replies:** 48\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2016, 8:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/question-for-cwatkin-regarding-2015-mirage-edit-also-my-comparison-mirage-vs-fit/92753 "2016-03-17T08:20:58Z")
So I got to test drive a 2015 Mirage with the manual transmission this afternoon, and I've gotta say I was disappointed. The acceleration and handling were okay, I'd say slightly better than my old '93 Festiva, which is… --- ## [Eeny, Meeny, Miney, Mo, Help Me Choose A Rental Car... Here We Go!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/eeny-meeny-miney-mo-help-me-choose-a-rental-car-here-we-go/92680)
**Author:** [@common-sense-answer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/common-sense-answer)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [March 16, 2016, 5:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/eeny-meeny-miney-mo-help-me-choose-a-rental-car-here-we-go/92680 "2016-03-16T17:19:08Z")
I reserved a "Full-Size" Passenger Car to pick up Friday. I will have it for 10 days. The agency guarantees a 2016 car, but they can't hold a particular car. When I arrive I will likely choose between four of them, hopef… --- ## [2015 RAV4 Limited Question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-rav4-limited-question/92762)
**Author:** [@beachbum1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/beachbum1)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [March 15, 2016, 6:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-rav4-limited-question/92762 "2016-03-15T06:17:53Z")
I purchased a new 2015 RAV4 Limited in March of last year. I commute daily for work and average 35k miles per year (32k currently on the vehicle). I am current with all Toyota maintenance required. I am hoping to keep… --- ## [Why are people so unrealistic about their car's value . . . ?!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-are-people-so-unrealistic-about-their-cars-value/92746)
**Author:** [@db4690](https://community.cartalk.com/u/db4690)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [March 14, 2016, 12:56am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-are-people-so-unrealistic-about-their-cars-value/92746 "2016-03-14T00:56:38Z")
Hey, guys! What planet is this person from? Why on earth should anybody pay their asking price . . . ?! http://losangeles.craigslist.org/lac/cto/5476161170.html I think the only person that would pay $4500 is som… --- ## [Could seat-belts have been installed in this 1941 chevy pick up?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/could-seat-belts-have-been-installed-in-this-1941-chevy-pick-up/92685)
**Author:** [@Robert-Gift](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robert-Gift)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [March 13, 2016, 4:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/could-seat-belts-have-been-installed-in-this-1941-chevy-pick-up/92685 "2016-03-13T04:55:14Z")
http://santamariatimes.com/news/local/driver-dies-after-car-collides-with-tree-in-orcutt/article\_599db9d2-f21a-547d-b135-5c86359e6114.html --- ## [Just when you think you've seen it all](https://community.cartalk.com/t/just-when-you-think-youve-seen-it-all/92745)
**Author:** [@MikeInNH](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MikeInNH)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [March 12, 2016, 11:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/just-when-you-think-youve-seen-it-all/92745 "2016-03-12T11:01:34Z")
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rQLrcBGR-8M --- ## [Finding chirping noises](https://community.cartalk.com/t/finding-chirping-noises/92743)
**Author:** [@the\_same\_mountainbike](https://community.cartalk.com/u/the_same_mountainbike)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [March 12, 2016, 6:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/finding-chirping-noises/92743 "2016-03-12T06:21:31Z")
Every now & again we get a question about how to find the source of a chirping noise. Mechanic's stethoscopes are great, and we all know about accelerometers (piezoelectric sensors that can send a signal to a scope) but … --- ## [Should car companies be inclined to let owners know how to do a little maintenance on added features](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-car-companies-be-inclined-to-let-owners-know-how-to-do-a-little-maintenance-on-added-features/92722)
**Author:** [@John\_Andrew\_McCormick](https://community.cartalk.com/u/John_Andrew_McCormick)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [March 12, 2016, 12:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-car-companies-be-inclined-to-let-owners-know-how-to-do-a-little-maintenance-on-added-features/92722 "2016-03-12T00:06:22Z")
While reading the post on the "running boards" that GMC installed on some of its vehicles and watching that thread and seeing how the OP had to actually call the manufacturer who GMC had install all the boards on the veh… --- ## [2005 ford escape hybrid 70,000 miles vs. 2009 honda civic 170,000 hwy miles - I can only keep one](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-ford-escape-hybrid-70-000-miles-vs-2009-honda-civic-170-000-hwy-miles-i-can-only-keep-one/92719)
**Author:** [@acameli](https://community.cartalk.com/u/acameli)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [March 10, 2016, 9:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-ford-escape-hybrid-70-000-miles-vs-2009-honda-civic-170-000-hwy-miles-i-can-only-keep-one/92719 "2016-03-10T09:09:55Z")
Just looking for some feedback. I have to choose between two cars. One is a 2009 Honda Civic with 170,000 highway miles on it. It has been well kept (regular oil changes and service). The other choice is a 2005 Ford … --- ## [Wood car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wood-car/92710)
**Author:** [@circuitsmith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/circuitsmith)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [March 10, 2016, 3:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wood-car/92710 "2016-03-10T03:59:27Z")
Needless to say, not very practical (maybe a little more than a motorcycle), but beautiful. http://jalopnik.com/384733/tryane-ii-continues-march-of-wooden-cars --- ## [SES lights and codes on 2005 Nissan Frontier v-6 crew cab, with automatic transmission, 91K miles](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ses-lights-and-codes-on-2005-nissan-frontier-v-6-crew-cab-with-automatic-transmission-91k-miles/92714)
**Author:** [@dunkel\_teufel-Prinz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dunkel_teufel-Prinz)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 8, 2016, 8:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ses-lights-and-codes-on-2005-nissan-frontier-v-6-crew-cab-with-automatic-transmission-91k-miles/92714 "2016-03-08T08:31:53Z")
so. (always start with this word, right?). i bought a 2005 Frontier w 87K miles on it back in October 2015. It's a V6; tho i don't baby it or ease and slip around, i am finding it does not ever get better than 14 mpg. i'… --- ## [Power steering fluid added to brakes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/power-steering-fluid-added-to-brakes/92711)
**Author:** [@Judex67](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Judex67)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [March 8, 2016, 4:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/power-steering-fluid-added-to-brakes/92711 "2016-03-08T04:29:08Z")
Major screw up. Added steering fluid to brakes. Drove the car for about 300 miles. Car actually over-heated. Discovered the mistake after. Bleed brakes and added correct fluid. Not heating up now, but only bled the brake… --- ## [Small engine storage](https://community.cartalk.com/t/small-engine-storage/92672)
**Author:** [@badbearing](https://community.cartalk.com/u/badbearing)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [March 7, 2016, 9:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/small-engine-storage/92672 "2016-03-07T21:33:46Z")
How should i leave my chainsaw what could possibly be months. Dump the gas and run it dry or stabil? --- ## [10 people hurt in massive 50-car highway pileup in NH. 20-25 cars had to be towed from I-93 scene](https://community.cartalk.com/t/10-people-hurt-in-massive-50-car-highway-pileup-in-nh-20-25-cars-had-to-be-towed-from-i-93-scene/92695)
**Author:** [@BillRussell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BillRussell)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [March 7, 2016, 9:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/10-people-hurt-in-massive-50-car-highway-pileup-in-nh-20-25-cars-had-to-be-towed-from-i-93-scene/92695 "2016-03-07T21:27:26Z")
Sigh! What does it take to get people to slow down and drive carefully in bad weather? We see this repeated over and over again. Whenever I'm forced to drive under bad conditions, I'm always in the right lane, moving … --- ## [In late 1950's did grandfather have a kind of "prism" on the dash? To see traffic signals?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/in-late-1950s-did-grandfather-have-a-kind-of-prism-on-the-dash-to-see-traffic-signals/92543)
**Author:** [@Robert-Gift](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robert-Gift)\ **Replies:** 36\ **Last updated:** [March 7, 2016, 8:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/in-late-1950s-did-grandfather-have-a-kind-of-prism-on-the-dash-to-see-traffic-signals/92543 "2016-03-07T20:29:54Z")
He also had a knob on the steering wheel. Using that knob, he was able to make very comfortable turns by somehow braking and turning the car and then intentionally turning the steering wheel back to neutral while accel… --- ## [Not Much Reason To Buy A Manual, Except To Be A Stubborn Curmudgeon](https://community.cartalk.com/t/not-much-reason-to-buy-a-manual-except-to-be-a-stubborn-curmudgeon/92613)
**Author:** [@Ed\_Frugal](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ed_Frugal)\ **Replies:** 143\ **Last updated:** [March 7, 2016, 7:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/not-much-reason-to-buy-a-manual-except-to-be-a-stubborn-curmudgeon/92613 "2016-03-07T07:14:42Z")
I wasn’t sure if I should post this discussion, but I thought, hey, we all come here to shoot the breeze about cars and stuff, right? In fact, that’s ALL we’re supposed to talk about here, and I’m bored and perhaps a lit… --- ## [Crank Shaft Cradle leaking oil - Volkswagen Jetta](https://community.cartalk.com/t/crank-shaft-cradle-leaking-oil-volkswagen-jetta/92665)
**Author:** [@dgcloud9](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dgcloud9)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [March 5, 2016, 5:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/crank-shaft-cradle-leaking-oil-volkswagen-jetta/92665 "2016-03-05T17:31:37Z")
Last year I had carbon deposits cleaned on all 4 cylinders and fuel injectors replaced at a local shop. The same shop that did this work is now telling me that my crankshaft cradle needs to be resealed because it is lea… --- ## [$767.32 Rip-Off? Lexus 30,000 mile service](https://community.cartalk.com/t/767-32-rip-off-lexus-30-000-mile-service/92684)
**Author:** [@Robert-Gift](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robert-Gift)\ **Replies:** 52\ **Last updated:** [March 5, 2016, 8:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/767-32-rip-off-lexus-30-000-mile-service/92684 "2016-03-05T08:37:44Z")
Lexus dealer kindly e-mailed this for a 2013 RX 350. "Replace engine oil and oil filter (0W-20) (Valvoline. Not Mobil1) Rotate tires and adjust tire pressures as required Replace air conditioner filter Replace brake… --- ## [My friend dropped a lit cigarette in the backseat of the car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-friend-dropped-a-lit-cigarette-in-the-backseat-of-the-car/92683)
**Author:** [@panther123](https://community.cartalk.com/u/panther123)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [March 4, 2016, 10:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-friend-dropped-a-lit-cigarette-in-the-backseat-of-the-car/92683 "2016-03-04T22:55:19Z")
Hi, Yesterday, my friend dropped a lit cigarette while he was smoking in the backseat. I didn't put much though into it at that time. But, later, I realized, that it could have easily started a fire, by igniting the ca… --- ## [Is there something wrong with this site](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-there-something-wrong-with-this-site/92661)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [March 4, 2016, 6:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-there-something-wrong-with-this-site/92661 "2016-03-04T18:17:00Z")
...or is it my computer? The normal formatting has disappeared, and everything suddenly seems to have a particularly low-rent appearance. Has anyone else observed this change, just within the last few hours? --- ## [What are the top brands available today?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-are-the-top-brands-available-today/92651)
**Author:** [@jtsanders](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jtsanders)\ **Replies:** 46\ **Last updated:** [March 4, 2016, 12:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-are-the-top-brands-available-today/92651 "2016-03-04T00:58:39Z")
Consumer Reports offered their list recently, and #1 is Audi, followed by Subaru and then Lexus. It is a combination of reliability and drivability. Read about it here: http://www.autonews.com/article/20160223/RETAIL/… --- ## [Window Tint - yay or nay?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/window-tint-yay-or-nay/92494)
**Author:** [@Jman136](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jman136)\ **Replies:** 49\ **Last updated:** [March 3, 2016, 5:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/window-tint-yay-or-nay/92494 "2016-03-03T17:44:57Z")
Hello, So, I am planning on having my 2015 Kia Sportage tinted on Saturday (just the front 2 windows) since the back is already factory tinted. Anyway, I am debating between 20% which will match up with the factory re… --- ## [Are there LED headlights?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/are-there-led-headlights/92623)
**Author:** [@Robert-Gift](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robert-Gift)\ **Replies:** 54\ **Last updated:** [March 3, 2016, 3:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/are-there-led-headlights/92623 "2016-03-03T15:21:40Z")
Some appear to be. Or am I mistaking HID headlights? Each of our vehicles carries a spare headlight bulb. (Naturally a headlight burns out when departing at 1 a.m. to a mountain hospital on a route with lots of deer.) [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=231) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=233)